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Is Lucifer a Christian equivalent of the Greek Prometheus?

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Possibly best suited to a theology or biblical studies major, since us classicists generally focus on what came before, not necessarily what came from (with relation to mythology)! read more

He was later conflated with Satan in the Christian mythos. Prometheus was a heroic figure in the Greek Mythos. A figure who corresponds to the Christian version of Lucifer, that is, a heroic character suffers hubris leading to his downfall, might be Bellerophon. read more

Originally, Lucifer was the Roman god of light, a distinct character from Prometheus. Pagan gods became demons and devils in the Abrahamic tradition, among which Lucifer is the most famous. The Roman god Lucifer was conflated with Satan of the Bible, who was one of God's angels and employees. read more

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